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Kenya's constitutional headache Tuesday, March 16, 2010 @ 1:11PMConstitution-making can be a treacherous affair, as many Kenyans have realised. And it can tear the nation apart. In 2005, Kenyans were all hopeful that they would get a new constitution after a process that had been started three years previously came to fruition.
World Cup-bound Norwegian cyclist teaches Eritrean refugees about the internet Tuesday, March 16, 2010 @ 12:29PMSource: UNHCR When Bjorn Heidenstrom met pupils at the Eritrean Refugee School in Khartoum, he was so impressed he decided to help bring the internet into their classrooms.
Spread of HIV Infections Increases Worldwide Tuesday, March 16, 2010 @ 12:03PMThe worldwide spread of HIV infections among homosexuals, prostitutes and drug users is a vicious cycle – laws criminalize their practices and they won't seek medical help because of it. The end result is an untamed increase of infection that has been sending the total number of people infected with HIV skyrocketing.
UK halts school aid to Kenyan gov't over fraud Tuesday, March 16, 2010 @ 11:56AMA British official says his government will not give Kenya's Ministry of Education $30 million in aid meant to support free primary school education because of the risk of fraud.
IMF Raises Kenyan Growth Forecast to More Than 4% (Update1) Tuesday, March 16, 2010 @ 11:52AMMarch 16 (Bloomberg) -- The International Monetary Fund said it raised its economic growth forecast for Kenya to at least 4 percent after rains improved the outlook for agriculture following a two-year drought.
College of the Rockies continues to grow Tuesday, March 16, 2010 @ 11:50AMConstruction of the new south entrance at College of the Rockies is proceeding on schedule. Once the entrance is completed later this spring, interior renovations will begin.
Farah and Yelling to lead UK squads to Bydgoszcz Tuesday, March 16, 2010 @ 11:46AM16 March 2010 - London, UK - European Indoor 3000m champion Mo Farah and European Cross Country Champion Hayley Yelling are amongst 21 athletes selected for the Great Britain and Northern Ireland team for the IAAF World Cross Country Championships to be held in Bydgoszcz, Poland on 28 March.
Doha 2010 - Tamgho's triple ends championships with a bang - Sunday Wrap Tuesday, March 16, 2010 @ 11:45AM14 March 2010 - Teddy Tamgho placed the exclamation point at the end of the final day of the 13th IAAF World Indoor Championships here in Doha, Qatar when he reached 17.90m in the Triple Jump to shatter the World Indoor record.*
Cuccinelli Explains Obama Birthplace Remarks Monday, March 15, 2010 @ 8:14PMVirginia Attorney General Ken Cuccinelli finds himself in a new controversy.
Africa Oil Corp.: Lion Energy Farmout Receives Exchange Approval Monday, March 15, 2010 @ 7:52PMVANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - March 15, 2010) - Africa Oil Corp. (TSX VENTURE:AOI) ("Africa Oil" or "the Company") reports that the TSX Venture Exchange has accepted for filing documentation pertaining to the August 19, 2009 farmout agreement between Lion Energy Corp. ("Lion Energy") and Africa Oil. under the farmout agreement Lion Energy has the right to earn an interest in three ...
Africa Oil Corp.: Lion Energy Farmout Receives Exchange Approval Monday, March 15, 2010 @ 7:38PMVANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA-- - Africa Oil Corp. reports that the TSX Venture Exchange has accepted for filing documentation pertaining to the August 19, 2009 farmout agreement between Lion Energy Corp. and Africa Oil. under the farmout agreement Lion Energy has the right to earn an interest in three petroleum blocks located in the Republic of Kenya and two petroleum blocks located in Puntland ...
No .xxx yet: internet agency delays porn decision Monday, March 15, 2010 @ 7:21PMNAIROBI, Kenya - Porn websites can't park themselves at a ".xxx" address quite yet.A global internet oversight agency on deferred a decision until June on whether to create a ".xxx" internet suffix as an online red-light district.The...
Lagat leads US charge Monday, March 15, 2010 @ 7:08PMDOHA: Bernard Lagat's history-making victory in the men's world 3000 metes on Sunday set the scene for the US team's best indoor championship outing in 17 years.
Serevis PNG remain hopeful for Adelaide Monday, March 15, 2010 @ 6:18PMThe Waisale Serevi coached Papua New Guinea 7s team is looking forward to this weekend's Adelaide 7s with optimism and a glimmer of hope. The team left last week seven days ahead of the tournament to adjust well with the conditions in Australia.
Tata set to expand presence in Africa Monday, March 15, 2010 @ 5:43PMIndia's Tata Communications is set to expand in Africa with plans to invest in more companies following the arrival of new submarine cable systems in the region.
Today's Crazy: Virginia Attorney General Ken Cuccinelli [Crazies] Monday, March 15, 2010 @ 5:39PM# crazies Virginia Attorney General Ken Cuccinelli has only been in office since January, but he's already demonstrated that Virginians accidentally elected a crazy person. First, it was routine gay-hating. Now it's Birtherism and grand paranoia. More »
Lion Gains Right To Interest In Kenya, Somalia Blocks Monday, March 15, 2010 @ 10:43AMLion Energy Corp.
Top African And Global Leaders Together to Think About Investing Differently in Women Monday, March 15, 2010 @ 10:38AMGlobal and African leaders are invited by the President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), Donald Kaberuka, and Mrs. Graça Machel, Founder of New Faces, New Voices (NFNV) to the first "African Women's Economic Summit" to ensure the inclusion of women in the decisions that are shaping the global financial system.
Law enforcement: the elephant in the ivory room Monday, March 15, 2010 @ 10:32AMThe real forces that drive elephant poaching are being obscured by squabbles over whether stockpiled ivory should be sold legally, says Tom Milliken
Proposed ivory sales sow discord in Doha Monday, March 15, 2010 @ 10:32AMArguments over whether to allow one-off sales of ivory stockpiles have dominated the opening of a two-week summit on trade in endangered species
Martin to make Tony Fitzjohn film? Monday, March 15, 2010 @ 10:29AMMartin Clunes has revealed he wants to make a film about conservationist Tony Fitzjohn.
Dreadlocks, A Fashion Statement Monday, March 15, 2010 @ 10:15AMDreadlocks, an afrocentric hairstyle with a popularity fast gaining momentum has led to a business partnership between two young men with a passion for making people's hairdos make a positive difference in their look.
Uganda : The Power of the Many Monday, March 15, 2010 @ 10:13AMKampala — The main issues dogging our country - both in the public and private sectors, are the inadequacy of our management capability and lack of finance, mostly in that order.
Dentist pleads guilty to dumping waste in NJ ocean Monday, March 15, 2010 @ 10:13AMA Pennsylvania dentist has pleaded guilty to dumping medical waste into the ocean, causing numerous beach closures in New Jersey. New Jersey - Pennsylvania - Plea - United States - Business and Economy
Kenya Shilling to Gain in 2010, Standard Bank Says (Update1) Monday, March 15, 2010 @ 10:03AMMarch 15 (Bloomberg) -- Kenya’s shilling will on average strengthen against the dollar this year from 2009 as a rebound in agricultural output and tourism boosts economic growth and foreign-currency receipts, according to Standard Bank Group Ltd.
Triple jump record falls at world indoors Sunday, March 14, 2010 @ 2:13PMPole vault world-record holder Yelena Isinbayeva came up short at a second straight major meet, but track and field's world indoor championships ended on a high note when France's Tamgho leaped 58 feet, 8 3/4 inches on his last attempt to beat Cuba's Yoandris Betanzos.
The Hindu Business Line : Sharing the screen Sunday, March 14, 2010 @ 2:10PMMulti-tasking is the operative word here with a camera, computer and music player all packed into the hand-held. Internet in your pocket.
Lagat claims world indoor 3000m title Sunday, March 14, 2010 @ 2:09PMKenyan-born American Bernard Lagat rolled back the years to win the men's world indoor 3000m crown.
Porno domain? What about one for cute kittens and puppies? Sunday, March 14, 2010 @ 1:43PMHands-free: People on both sides of the issue say they're unhappy with the bill that cracks down on holding cell phones while driving. Some say the measure goes too far; others contend it doesn't go far enough.
Isinbayeva stumbles, Lagat wins at indoor worlds Sunday, March 14, 2010 @ 1:43PMDOHA, Qatar (AP) -- Pole vault world-record holder Yelena Isinbayeva came up short at a second straight major meet, finishing out of the medals Sunday at a world indoor championships highlighted by Teddy Tamgho's world record in the triple jump and Bernard Lagat's victory in the 3,000 meters.
Isinbayeva loses, Lagat wins at indoor worlds Sunday, March 14, 2010 @ 1:38PMIsinbayeva loses again at indoor worlds; Lagat wins 3,000; Robles takes gold in hurdles
Scientists find new way to help crops fight pests Sunday, March 14, 2010 @ 1:36PMLONDON (Reuters) - An international team of scientists has managed to transfer disease resistance from one plant family to another, offering broader protection from potentially costly and destructive pests.
Tamgho sets world record in triple jump Sunday, March 14, 2010 @ 1:32PMTeddy Tamgho of France has set a world record of 58 feet, 8 3/4 inches to win the triple jump at the world indoor championships.
Scientists find new way to help crops fight pests Sunday, March 14, 2010 @ 1:14PMSource: Reuters * Study finds way of transferring disease resistance * Crop pests can cause major damage, large costs By Kate Kelland LONDON, March 14 (Reuters) - An international team of scientists has ...
Isinbayeva loses, Lagat wins at indoor worlds Sunday, March 14, 2010 @ 1:03PMPole vault world-record holder Yelena Isinbayeva came up short at a second straight major meet, finishing out of the medals Sunday at a world indoor championships highlighted by Teddy Tamgho's world record in the triple jump and Bernard Lagat's victory in the 3,000 meters. The championships ended on a high note when France's Tamgho leaped 58 feet, 8 3/4 inches on his last attempt to...
Ivory and tuna top wildlife meet Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 10:31PMUN wildlife negotiations begin on banning the trade in bluefin tuna and permitting sales of ivory at a two-week summit in Doha.
Bridgeport Rotary celebrates 60 years Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 10:28PMTHE BRIDGEPORT Rotary Club celebrates a milestone of 60 years of service to the community of Bridgeport. In 1949, the Club, was chartered with 15 members of the business community of Bridgeport and was sponsored by the Rotary Club of Barnesville. Today, they remain active and dedicated to the community.
Rancho Cucamonga resident running for Governor Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 9:15PMRANCHO CUCAMONGA - Part of Joe Symmon's American Dream is to run for governor of California.
Friend's parenting not wrong, just different Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 7:56PMThe stairs were steep and uncarpeted. The banisters were spaced so widely that a toddler could easily slide through them and drop to the hard floor below.
World champs for eighth spot finish Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 6:44PMThe Wales Sevens squad departed today for the next two rounds of the IRB Sevens World Series, in Adelaide and Hong Kong, with the aim of building on their recent form.
Arsene Wenger: 'Am I too intelligent to be a football manager? You can never be intelligent enough' Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 6:10PMArsène Wenger does not, in the normal run of play, give interviews. Or rather, Arsène Wenger does not give interviews beyond the pre-match briefings and the post-match reactions, when he stands in front of all those little logos and explains why his Arsenal team have won, or could or should have won.
Oregon basketball: Bellotti, Kent update Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 5:30PMErnie Kent will return to Eugene on Sunday.
Kathleen Parker: A better world is being built one woman at a time Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 5:24PMIf your impression of an Afghan woman is of a shapeless, frightened form engulfed in yards of heat-trapping fabric, you haven’t met Shafiqa Quraishi.Make that Colonel Quraishi, who earned her title as one of 900-plus female members of the Afghan National Police.
Nelson Mandela defended by archbishop Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 12:00PMNAIROBI, Kenya, March 12 (UPI) -- A retired South African archbishop said Friday allegations against Nelson Mandela made by the former president's ex-wife are false.
ICANN wraps up meeting in Nairobi, delays decision on .xxx Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 11:40AMNAIROBI, Kenya -- The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers wrapped up its meeting in Nairobi today, but delayed a vote on the creation of the .xxx domain, which was the board's most anticipated decision.
Jai Bhagwan wins big on 1st day of Commonwealth Boxing Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 11:37AMNew Delhi, Mar 12 : It proved to be a day of mixed fortunes for the Indians as Jai Bhagwan eased through to the Lightweight (60 kg) quarterfinals while Balwinder Beniwal (64 kg) lost out in the first round on the opening day of the 5th Commonwealth Boxing Championships here today.
Kenya strongly opposes resumption of ivory trade Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 11:23AMSource: Reuters * Says 23 countries support its stand NAIROBI, March 12 (Reuters ) - Kenya on Friday underlined its strong opposition to any move to lift a ban on trading ivory ahead of a meeting on endangered ...
Japan's Crown Prince visits rhinos in Kenya Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 11:18AMJapan's Crown Prince Naruhito Friday visited endangered rhinos at a game reserve in Kenya's Rift Valley before planting a tree here with Nobel Prize laureate Wangari Maathai.
Africa : Global Health Advocates and UN Officials Meeting at Westminster Say U.K. and World Leaders Must Keep Their ... Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 10:58AMWith Britain leading the way, G8 leaders pledged at the U.K.-led Gleneagles G8 Summit in 2005 to achieve universal access to HIV prevention, treatment and care by 2010. Significant progress has been made in some areas yet, as the universal access pledge comes due, only one-third of people in need of HIV treatment worldwide receive it, while more than 10 million more people in urgent need of life ...
Ghana - New Survey Results Uncover More Complex Patterns of Mobile Phone and Internet Use Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 10:55AMLondon — The InterMedia survey was conducted in July and August 2009 and had 2,051 respondents based on a probability-proportional-to-size (PPS) plan. 56% of the sample was urban and 46% rural. Only 1% of the sample had a university degree or higher.